Category Archives: Mental Health Correspondents

It’s ADHD Awareness Week, MHAC!

Do you know someone  with ADHD? Probably. Do you know someone who has ADHD but hasn’t been diagnosed? Again, probably. There is a lot of misinformation out there about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a lot of stigma and a lot of discrimination … Continue reading

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Caffeine Consumption May Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers at the University of Illinois have discovered that caffeine has the ability to block a signal that induces inflammation in the brain. Neuroinflammation is directly linked to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. The effects of caffeine were examined on … Continue reading

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It’s closer than you think.

For all of you who read MHAC blog, I assume that you are at least curious, if not interested, by mental health issues. You might have taken a course or read some scientific articles on what mental health is and … Continue reading

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Midterms, Midterms, Midterms!

How are you doing out there MHAC? I know, I know, I’m swamped too. BUT… You know what they say about laughter? it helps dissolve distressing emotions helps you relax and recharge can help shift your perspective   So, with … Continue reading

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A Different Set of Terrified Eyes

A Different Set of Terrified Eyes “We provide help and support for victims of domestic violence!”  is usually the headline. You read on and it all sounded very promising: “no stigma, non-judgmental, help and support, safety”. All these words you desperately … Continue reading

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